Character+Development

What do you know about this character now that s/he doesn’t yet know? That she will come to understand that she doesn't have to live up to anybody else's standards.

What is this character’s greatest flaw? That she is too timid and wimpy.

What do you know about this character that s/he would never admit? That she cares a lot about what other people think of her.

What is this character’s greatest asset? That she is intelligent.

If this character could choose a different identity, who would s/he be? Wonderwoman

What music does this character sing to when no one else is around? The Beatles.

In what or whom does this character have the greatest faith? Her eldest sister, Christie.

What is this character’s favorite movie? Casablanca.

Does this character have a favorite article of clothing? Favorite shoes? Her favourite faded flare jeans, and her assortment of bangles.

Does this character have a vice? Name it. She is sometimes too timid and lets herself be pushed around by her sisters.

Name this character’s favorite person (living or dead). Her oldest sister, Christie.

What is this character’s secret wish? That she could be more brave like her eldest sister.

What is this character’s proudest achievement? She won first place in a figure skating competition.

Describe this character’s most embarrassing moment. During the school talent show, she fell off the stage.

What is this character’s deepest regret? That she never got the chance to say goodbye to her mother.

What is this character’s greatest fear? That something will happen to her or the people she loves.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">Describe this character’s most devastating moment. When she found out her mother had passed on while she was out of town for a figure skating competition.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">What is this character’s greatest achievement? That she won the regionals.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">What is this character’s greatest hope? That someday she will move on from her mother's death and let go of the regret.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">Does this character have an obsession? Name it. She is obsessed with Godiva chocolate and wearing too many bracelets.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">What is this character’s greatest disappointment? That she was the only one to not say goodbye to her mother.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">What is this character’s worst nightmare? That her mother comes to her and tells her that she's mad that she didn't say goodbye.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">Whom does this character most wish to please? Why? Her father, because he's been distant since the death of her mother.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">Describe this character’s mother. Clarisse, she was caring and sensitive, but strict when needed. Seemed the best mother ever to her daughters. Died. May 5th, two years ago.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">Describe this character’s father. Charles, strict yet caring, fun and friendly. Has grown distant from his girls since the death of his wife.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">If s/he had to choose, with whom would this character prefer to live? She would prefer to live with her eldest sister, Christie, who lives in Boston.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">Where does this character fall in birth order? What effect does this have? She is the youngest daughter. She has two older sisters, Maggie and Christie.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">Describe this character’s siblings or other close relatives. Maggie is two years older, looks like their mother, like all of the girls, and seems pretentious and stuck up at times, but is also caring deep inside. She is insecure. Christie, 7 years older, lives in Boston. Is smart, kind, and protagonist's favourite sister.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">Describe this character’s bedroom. Include three cherished items. Light and airy. Big canopy bed, bay window, and dark wood furniture. The walls are patterned turquoise wallpaper. Three items include: picture of her with her mother, jewelry box where she keeps all of her most treasured possessions, and a locket given to her by her parents for her tenth birthday.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">What is this character’s birth date? How does this character manifest traits of his/her astrological sign? December 7th, she is a Sagittarius, and her astrological sign's traits include wanting to live a good, full life, and stone being turquoise.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">If this character had to live in seclusion for six months, what six items would s/he bring? She would bring a family picture, the complete collection of Jane Austin books, her locket, her diary, a DVD player to watch Casablanca, and her favourite stuffed animal, George the Bear.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">Why is this character angry? <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">She is angry at herself for being so scared of everything, and angry at other people for making her feel that way.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">What calms this character? Remembering her mother, singing Beatle's songs in her head, and watching old movies.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">Describe a recurring dream or nightmare this character might have. That she is lost in a forest, all alone, and no one is going to help her.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">List the circumstances over which this character has no control. The decisions of the people around her, whether they are regarding her or not.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">What wakes this character in the middle of the night? Rain hitting her window, and the sound of footsteps outside her door.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">How would a stranger describe this character? Quiet, pretty, like a shadow of her sisters, yet outgoing when not around them.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">What does this character resolve to do differently every morning? Be more brave, and not let her sister intimidate her.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">Who depends on this character? Why? Her father depends on her, because out of his three daughters, she reminds him of his late wife the most. She is also the most dependable.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">If this character knew s/he had exactly one month to live, what would s/he do? She would travel the world, going to Europe, Asia, and Australia.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">How would a dear friend or relative describe this character? Sweet, outgoing, friendly, and passionate about the things she cares about.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">What is this character’s most noticeable physical attribute? Her long strawberry blond hair; all of the sisters have it, they got it from their mom.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">What is this character hiding from him/herself? She is hiding the fact that her mother's death is not her fault and that she has to let her go.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px;">Write one additional thing about your character. She hates spiders, snakes, and HATES camping.